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Our tests of popular dairy, beef, and plant-based protein products found plant-based options had the highest lead levels, 9x as much as dairy and 2x as much as beef. Even dairy powders weren’t risk-free: half were too contaminated for safe daily use.
A new investigation from 'Consumer Reports' sheds light on the dangerous information online, just as rates of infant deaths are rising. (via Parents)
'Viral Doesn’t Mean Verified': The Alarming Rise of Unsafe Baby Sleep Advice Online
A new investigation from 'Consumer Reports' sheds light on the dangerous information online, just as rates of infant deaths are rising.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A new investigation from 'Consumer Reports' sheds light on the dangerous information online, just as rates of infant deaths are rising. (via Parents)
⚠️ #Recall Alert: About 7,800 collapsible baby bathtubs from the brand Näpei are being recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission because of an unsecured button battery.
Thousands of Näpei Baby Bathtubs Recalled for Battery Safety Hazard - Consumer Reports
The Näpei Baby Bathtub is being recalled for a battery safety hazard in the built-in bath thermometer. Read more about requesting a replacement kit.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
⚠️ #Recall Alert: About 7,800 collapsible baby bathtubs from the brand Näpei are being recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission because of an unsecured button battery.
#Recall: Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling over a million vehicles—including the popular Camry, Highlander, and RAV4—to fix faulty backup cameras.
Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Recall Over 1 Million Vehicles to Fix Backup Camera - Consumer Reports
Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling over a million vehicles—including the popular Camry, Highlander, and RAV4—to fix faulty backup cameras.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:00 AM
#Recall: Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling over a million vehicles—including the popular Camry, Highlander, and RAV4—to fix faulty backup cameras.
#Recall: Jeep is recalling the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe SUVs again due to a fire risk from faulty batteries.
Jeep SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk; Owners Warned to Park Vehicles Outside - Consumer Reports
Jeep is recalling the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe SUVs again due to a fire risk from faulty batteries.
www.consumerreports.org
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
#Recall: Jeep is recalling the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe SUVs again due to a fire risk from faulty batteries.
Over 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning every year, according to the CDC. Installing and maintaining CO detectors can save lives. This #COAwarenessMonth, check out CR’s ratings and reviews of lifesaving CO detectors—which are always free to everyone.
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors Ratings & Reviews - Consumer Reports
No one tests smoke & carbon monoxide detectors like we do. Get ratings, pricing, and performance for all the latest models based on the features you care about.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Over 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning every year, according to the CDC. Installing and maintaining CO detectors can save lives. This #COAwarenessMonth, check out CR’s ratings and reviews of lifesaving CO detectors—which are always free to everyone.
You may know Consumer Reports for our testing of products and services you and millions of consumers use every day. But did you know we work with consumers to demand safer products and hold companies accountable? Join us: action.consumerreports.org/?EXTKEY=YSOC...
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
You may know Consumer Reports for our testing of products and services you and millions of consumers use every day. But did you know we work with consumers to demand safer products and hold companies accountable? Join us: action.consumerreports.org/?EXTKEY=YSOC...
Our recent protein powder investigation inspired a lot of comment and debate. So, we've addressed the most frequently asked questions in this article here:
Answering Your FAQs: High Levels of Lead in Protein Powders and Shakes - Consumer Reports
CR’s protein powder investigation inspired a lot of comment and debate. Here, we address the most frequently asked questions.
www.consumerreports.org
November 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Our recent protein powder investigation inspired a lot of comment and debate. So, we've addressed the most frequently asked questions in this article here:
#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged pivot bolt that’s used to adjust the seat frame height. Here's what you need to know:
Ford Bronco Recalled Because Front Seats Can Come Loose - Consumer Reports
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
www.consumerreports.org
November 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged pivot bolt that’s used to adjust the seat frame height. Here's what you need to know:
A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic. (via @cbsnews.com)
Moms express concern after elevated lead levels found in some baby formulas
A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic. Meg Oliver reports.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:40 PM
A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic. (via @cbsnews.com)
Texting and messaging scam attempts have increased by 50% in the past year, with young adults ages 18-29 experiencing the sharpest rise of any age group. See our report with @aspendigital.bsky.social & @gca.bsky.social: innovation.consumerreports.org/2025-Consume...
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Texting and messaging scam attempts have increased by 50% in the past year, with young adults ages 18-29 experiencing the sharpest rise of any age group. See our report with @aspendigital.bsky.social & @gca.bsky.social: innovation.consumerreports.org/2025-Consume...
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Ford Bronco Recalled Because Front Seats Can Come Loose - Consumer Reports
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
www.consumerreports.org
October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Take a look inside one of CR’s testing labs, where our engineers are strengthening the security of connected devices and boosting consumer trust:
How CR’s Testing Team is Boosting Security—One Smart Product at a Time - Innovation at Consumer Reports
Take a look inside CR’s testing lab, where our engineers are strengthening the security of connected devices and boosting consumer trust
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October 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Take a look inside one of CR’s testing labs, where our engineers are strengthening the security of connected devices and boosting consumer trust:
New op-ed by CR policy analyst Matt Schwartz in @cwbeacon.bsky.social: MA lawmakers must resist Big Tech fearmongering, pass data privacy bill.
Consumers need more protection against personal information being collected and sold. #mapoli
Consumers need more protection against personal information being collected and sold. #mapoli
Lawmakers must resist Big Tech fearmongering, pass data privacy bill - CommonWealth Beacon
PERSONAL DATA HAS become the de facto currency of the digital age, and we’ve surrendered more control over our lives than we may have realized. Our every
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October 30, 2025 at 7:13 PM
New op-ed by CR policy analyst Matt Schwartz in @cwbeacon.bsky.social: MA lawmakers must resist Big Tech fearmongering, pass data privacy bill.
Consumers need more protection against personal information being collected and sold. #mapoli
Consumers need more protection against personal information being collected and sold. #mapoli
Today's tip in @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series comes from CR’s Security Planner: Tighten your account privacy settings www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
Opt Out October: Daily Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Security
Trying to take control of your online privacy can feel like a full-time job. But if you break it up into small tasks and take on one project at a time it makes the process of protecting your privacy m...
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October 29, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Today's tip in @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series comes from CR’s Security Planner: Tighten your account privacy settings www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
Federal funding cuts for the NIH Safe to Sleep campaign could be especially devastating for Black families. Here’s what experts say can be done about the impact.
SIDS and SUID Are on the Rise, With Highest Rates for Black Infants - Consumer Reports
Federal funding cuts to the NIH Safe to Sleep campaign could be especially devastating for Black families. Here’s what experts say can be done about the impact.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Federal funding cuts for the NIH Safe to Sleep campaign could be especially devastating for Black families. Here’s what experts say can be done about the impact.
CR’s protein powder investigation got the Colbert treatment youtu.be/kx9Cfqj1DCM?...
The Sound Of Science: Lead In Protein Powder | Sex Desert | Exercise Snacks
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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October 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
CR’s protein powder investigation got the Colbert treatment youtu.be/kx9Cfqj1DCM?...
We are thrilled to be a Finalist in the 5th Annual #AnthemAwards, an award celebrating purpose and mission-driven work! Help us win an Anthem Community Voice Award by voting for CR by 10/30 here: wbby.co/RAWNP
October 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We are thrilled to be a Finalist in the 5th Annual #AnthemAwards, an award celebrating purpose and mission-driven work! Help us win an Anthem Community Voice Award by voting for CR by 10/30 here: wbby.co/RAWNP
New parents are bombarded with unsafe infant sleep imagery, whether they’re scrolling, searching, or shopping online, and funding cuts have put safe sleep education efforts in limbo. Here’s expert safe sleep advice you can trust for your baby: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...
October 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
New parents are bombarded with unsafe infant sleep imagery, whether they’re scrolling, searching, or shopping online, and funding cuts have put safe sleep education efforts in limbo. Here’s expert safe sleep advice you can trust for your baby: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...
Digital payment apps don't have the same fraud protections as credit cards. CR explains how to shop safer in today's tip for @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series: www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
Opt Out October: Daily Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Security
Trying to take control of your online privacy can feel like a full-time job. But if you break it up into small tasks and take on one project at a time it makes the process of protecting your privacy
www.eff.org
October 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Digital payment apps don't have the same fraud protections as credit cards. CR explains how to shop safer in today's tip for @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series: www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
Skyrocketing rates, dropped policies, and unpaid claims. The home insurance market isn’t working for consumers, and it’s time for that to change. Sign CR’s petition urging insurers to adopt the Homeowners Insurance Bill of Rights.
Americans deserve affordable home insurance
Fed up with skyrocketing home insurance rates? Demand home insurance companies adopt basic protections for all policyholders. Take action by signing Consumer Reports’ petition today.
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October 27, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Skyrocketing rates, dropped policies, and unpaid claims. The home insurance market isn’t working for consumers, and it’s time for that to change. Sign CR’s petition urging insurers to adopt the Homeowners Insurance Bill of Rights.
As if the protein craze wasn’t crazy enough, recent data published by Consumer Reports suggests there are dangerous amounts of heavy metals in popular brands of protein powder. (via @Men's Fitness)
Before You Freak Out About Heavy Metals in Your Protein Powder, Read This
Make smart choices, but don't toss everything away.
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October 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
As if the protein craze wasn’t crazy enough, recent data published by Consumer Reports suggests there are dangerous amounts of heavy metals in popular brands of protein powder. (via @Men's Fitness)
Our survey results for the best car insurance companies are in. Members, log in to find out the six winners who earned our recommendation.
Best Car Insurance Companies - Consumer Reports
Find the best car insurance companies. Based on 40,000+ policyholders, see the best car insurance companies—the ones that CR recommends.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Our survey results for the best car insurance companies are in. Members, log in to find out the six winners who earned our recommendation.
Amid more frequent wildfires, hurricanes, and floods, Consumer Reports argues homeowner protections should be codified across all 50 states. (via @fastcompany.com)
Homeowners are seeing skyrocketing insurance rates as extreme weather worsens. Can this bill of rights help?
Amid more frequent wildfires, hurricanes, and floods, Consumer Reports argues homeowner protections should be codified across all 50 states.
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October 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Amid more frequent wildfires, hurricanes, and floods, Consumer Reports argues homeowner protections should be codified across all 50 states. (via @fastcompany.com)
Soaring premiums. Nonrenewals with little warning. Delayed claims payments after disasters. Our advocates are calling on the insurance industry to adopt 9 rights that would protect consumers when disaster strikes. www.consumerreports.org/money/homeow...
October 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Soaring premiums. Nonrenewals with little warning. Delayed claims payments after disasters. Our advocates are calling on the insurance industry to adopt 9 rights that would protect consumers when disaster strikes. www.consumerreports.org/money/homeow...
It's Teen Driver Safety Week, but helping young drivers remain safe is a constant responsibility. These practical tips will help them build solid habits as they become more experienced drivers.
What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Teen Drivers - Consumer Reports
CR's experts share tips on how to help teen and new drivers get experience and gain confidence while remaining as safe as possible.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It's Teen Driver Safety Week, but helping young drivers remain safe is a constant responsibility. These practical tips will help them build solid habits as they become more experienced drivers.